1940s Theater Marquee In Vogue Thanks To Local Efforts

1940s Theater Marquee In Vogue Thanks To Local Efforts

staff2 February 15, 2022

By John Beaudoin When the Vogue Theater first opened in downtown Lee’s Summit, the town population measured around 2,200 and James Cagney was one of the biggest names in Hollywood. Some 80-plus years later, the Vogue marquee is getting a rebirth. Thanks…

Independence Man Indicted for Multi-million Dollar Conspiracy to Sell Stolen Catalytic Converters

admin February 10, 2022

February 10, 2022 An Independence, Missouri, man has been indicted by a federal grand jury for selling millions of dollars in stolen catalytic converters to companies in Missouri, Texas, and Louisiana. James Spick, 56, was charged in a 26-count indictment returned under…

Live Life on the VEG by Eating More Plants!

staff2 February 5, 2022

February 5, 2022 Whether you’re an animal lover, an environmental advocate or want to live your healthiest life, plant-forward eating can give you a nutritious diet full of color and variety. According to recent studies, plant-based eating may lower cholesterol while boosting…

Council Approves Two PDPs

staff2 January 26, 2022

January 22, 2022 Mallory HerrmannStaff Reporter The city council gave approval for two preliminary development plans this week. The first is the Market Street Center, a five-acre property near M-150 Highway and 291 South. The applicant, Foresight Real Estate Services, LLC, plans…

Lee’s Summit Chamber Ribbon Cutting: Whataburger

staff2 January 22, 2022

January 22, 2022 The Chamber celebrated a ribbon cutting for Whataburger on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2022. The Flying Tigers presented the National Anthem (Vince Srader) and Color Guard for the Whataburger Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (Unit# 1207) in Lee’s Summit. The Cadets were…

Supreme Court blocks Biden workplace vaccine rule, allows health care workers mandate

admin January 13, 2022

January 13, 2022 BY: JACOB FISCHLER – JANUARY 13, 2022 2:27 PM https://missouriindependent.com/ The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday dealt a blow to the Biden administration’s fight against the pandemic, blocking a federal mandate that workers be vaccinated or regularly tested for COVID-19 — though the court allowed a…

Forte To Run For Mayor

staff2 January 1, 2022

Submitted by Diane Forte January 1, 2022 Diane Forte, small business owner and two-term Council Member, known for her outgoing personality and approachable demeanor, has announced she is running for Mayor of Lee’s Summit. “I want to thank the residents of District…

Fun Family Activity Can Help People You Know This Season

staff2 December 25, 2021

December 25, 2021 By Heather Wimmer Have you heard of The Giving Machines? There are only ten of them in the world, and this year there is one in Kansas City. It is a vending machine where you can buy specific items…

UPDATE* News Release- Structure Fire, 401 SE Oldham Pkwy, Water Hole

admin December 24, 2021

December 24, 2021 By Assistant Chief Jim Eden **UPDATE** 10:08 p.m. Structure Fire at Pool Supply Company LEE’S SUMMIT, MO— On Friday, December 24, 2021, at 3:35 p.m., the Lee’s Summit Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at the…

Shake Shack Opens Its Second Drive-Thru Location In Lee’s Summit

staff2 December 18, 2021

December 18, 2021 Shake Shack is thrilled to announce it will open its second ever drive-thru location in Lee’s Summit on Monday, December 20th at 11 a.m. The Shack will be located at 12051 NW Lowenstein Drive Lee’s Summit, MO 64081 and…